8um Standard Polystyrene Microspheres SPS8UM-10 5%

8um Standard Polystyrene Microspheres SPS8UM-10

SHBC SPS8UM-10 Standard Polystyrene Microspheres are uniform plain polystyrene particles with a nominal diameter of 8 μm and a solid content of 5%.

The spherical microspheres are suitable for particle analysis, microscopy, particle counting, flow-system testing, protein adsorption and microfluidic research.

Product Overview

SPS8UM-10 provides a consistent 8 micron particle platform for laboratory research, analytical development and industrial testing.

The 5% solids suspension supports convenient dilution, repeated experiments, pilot projects and bulk production requirements.

Technical Specifications

Actual mean diameter and particle-size distribution are lot-specific. Please refer to the applicable Certificate of Analysis.

Key Advantages

• Nominal particle diameter of 8 μm

• Uniform spherical morphology

• Controlled microscale particle size

• Concentrated 5% solids suspension

• Easy optical observation

• Convenient dilution and handling

• Suitable for particle-counting research

• Plain surface for adsorption studies

• Flexible packaging volumes

• OEM and bulk production available

Applications of 8um Polystyrene Microspheres

Particle Size Analysis

SPS8UM-10 can be used as a model particle for particle-size measurement, comparative testing and analytical method development.

Particle Counter Evaluation

The controlled 8 μm diameter supports particle-detection studies, counting-method development and instrument-performance evaluation.

Optical Microscopy

The particles provide convenient visibility for optical microscopy, particle tracking and morphology observation.

Electron Microscopy

SPS8UM-10 can support SEM sample preparation, surface imaging and microsphere morphology studies.

Flow Cytometry Research

The microspheres may be evaluated for light-scatter analysis, gating studies, flow-system testing and particle detection.

Microfluidic Studies

SPS8UM-10 is suitable for channel visualization, particle transport, flow-behavior studies and separation-method development.

Filtration and Membrane Testing

The particles can support filter-retention, membrane-efficiency, particle-recovery and separation studies.

Physical Protein Adsorption

The plain polystyrene surface can be evaluated for passive adsorption of proteins, antibodies, antigens and other biomolecules.

Particle-Based Assay Development

SPS8UM-10 may be evaluated as a carrier particle for agglutination research and particle-based analytical methods.

Cell Interaction Research

The particles can be used as model microspheres for phagocytosis, cellular uptake and particle–cell interaction studies.

Why Choose 8um Polystyrene Microspheres?

The 8 μm diameter combines convenient microscopic observation with controlled particle geometry.

Typical research areas include:

• Particle characterization

• Particle counting

• Optical imaging

• Flow-system testing

• Microfluidic transport

• Protein adsorption

• Filter evaluation

• Cell interaction studies

Standard Plain Polystyrene Surface

SPS8UM-10 has a non-functionalized polystyrene surface without intentionally added carboxyl or amino groups.

The plain hydrophobic surface is suitable for general particle research and passive biomolecule adsorption.

For controlled covalent coupling, SHBC also supplies carboxyl, amino and other functionalized polystyrene microspheres.

Benefits of 5% Solid Content

The 5% solids format provides a concentrated microsphere suspension for flexible laboratory and production use.

Users can dilute the product to the required working concentration while supporting repeated testing, method development and larger-volume projects.

Quality and Batch Documentation

Available product documentation may include:

• Batch number

• Actual mean particle diameter

• Particle-size distribution

• Solid content

• Product appearance

• Certificate of Analysis

• Safety Data Sheet

SPS8UM-10 should only be described as a certified or traceable particle-size standard when corresponding certification documents are supplied for the specific batch.

Why Choose SHBC?

Shanghai SanYu Biotechnology Co., Ltd. manufactures standard and functional microspheres for scientific research, analytical development and industrial applications.

SHBC supply advantages include:

• Multiple particle sizes available

• Standard and functional surfaces

• Laboratory sample supply

• Pilot-scale production

• Bulk manufacturing capability

• Customized solid content

• Flexible packaging volumes

• OEM and private-label services

• Technical product-selection support

Customized Microsphere Supply

Customization options include:

• Particle diameter

• Solid content

• Dispersion medium

• Carboxyl modification

• Amino modification

• Fluorescent labeling

• Colored microspheres

• Packaging volume

• OEM labeling

• Bulk production

Storage and Handling

Store SPS8UM-10 according to the product label, COA and SDS.

Gently mix or briefly sonicate before use. Avoid freezing, drying, prolonged high-temperature exposure and contamination.

Use clean laboratory tools to reduce aggregation and cross-contamination.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SPS8UM-10?

SPS8UM-10 is a standard plain polystyrene microsphere suspension with a nominal diameter of 8 μm and a solid content of 5%.

Is 8um equal to 8 microns?

Yes. A diameter of 8 μm, 8um or 8 microns is equal to 8,000 nm.

What is the particle surface?

SPS8UM-10 has a standard non-functionalized polystyrene surface without intentionally added carboxyl or amino groups.

What are 8um polystyrene microspheres used for?

Typical applications include particle analysis, microscopy, particle counting, flow-system testing, microfluidics, filtration and adsorption research.

Can SPS8UM-10 be observed with an optical microscope?

Yes. The 8 μm particle diameter is suitable for optical microscopy when appropriate imaging conditions are used.

Can the microspheres adsorb proteins?

The plain polystyrene surface can be evaluated for passive adsorption of proteins, antibodies and antigens.

Can SPS8UM-10 be used in flow cytometry?

The particles may be evaluated for flow-system testing, scatter analysis and gating-method research. Users should confirm compatibility with their instrument configuration.

Can the microspheres be diluted?

Yes. The 5% suspension can be diluted to the required working concentration using a compatible medium.

Are functionalized versions available?

Yes. SHBC can supply carboxyl, amino, fluorescent, colored and other customized polystyrene microspheres.

Is SPS8UM-10 a certified calibration standard?

It should only be described as certified or traceable when corresponding certification documents are supplied for the specific product and batch.

Are bulk quantities available?

Yes. SHBC supports laboratory samples, pilot projects, customized packaging and bulk production.

Request SPS8UM-10 Samples and Quotations

Contact Shanghai SanYu Biotechnology Co., Ltd. for SPS8UM-10 samples, technical specifications, customized packaging and bulk quotations.

SHBC supplies standard polystyrene microspheres for research laboratories, instrument developers, diagnostic manufacturers and industrial projects.

For Research Use Only.